American Library Association Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on June 20, 2011 - 15:10 GMT

Future of libraries ‘confronted’ in new ALA Office for Information Technology Policy report

WASHINGTON , D.C. – The American Library Association ( ALA ) Office for Information Technology Policy’s ( OITP ) latest policy brief breaks down the formidable challenges in store for libraries during the next few decades. The brief, “Confronting the …

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Published on June 17, 2011 - 20:10 GMT

Descriptions of 2011 "Cutting-edge Services" released by OITP’s America’s Libraries for the 21st Century Subcommittee

WASHINGTON , D.C. – The ALA Office for Information Technology Policy and its Program on America’s Libraries for the 21st Century ( AL21C ) Subcommittee have released detailed descriptions of this year’s “Cutting-edge Services” winners ( PDF ). “ The …

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Published on June 17, 2011 - 16:12 GMT

Michael Gorman recounts his library life in new memoir

CHICAGO — From his earliest reading memories in wartime Britain through five decades of librarianship, eminent librarian and former ALA President Michael Gorman offers insights from his extraordinary career in “ Broken Pieces: A Library Life, 1941-1978 ,” …

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Published on June 17, 2011 - 16:10 GMT

Stephanie Laurens among the featured authors at ALTAFF’s "Isn’t it Romantic?" event at ALA Annual Conference

PHILADELPHIA - The Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations ( ALTAFF ), a division of the American Library Association ( ALA ), will host “Isn’t it Romantic?” from 8 to 10 a.m. CDT on Monday, June 27 at the 2011 ALA Annual …

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Published on June 17, 2011 - 14:10 GMT

2011 Spectrum Scholarship winners announced

CHICAGO - This year, the American Library Association's ( ALA ) Office for Diversity is awarding a new round of 55 Spectrum Scholarships. The Spectrum Scholarship Program provides scholarships to American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian, Black/African …

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Published on June 14, 2011 - 22:12 GMT

Another year of programs for teens

CHICAGO — In this sequel to the book that "takes teen services to a new level" ( Adolescence ), YA experts Amy J. Alessio and Kimberly A. Patton present entirely new content while building on the successful formula they established earlier. “ A …

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Published on June 14, 2011 - 21:14 GMT

Ellsberg film screening and speaker series focuses attention on war, secrecy and information

CHICAGO — Two programs at the 2011 ALA Annual Conference will focus attendees’ attention on current events by highlighting an important moment in the nation’s history—Daniel Ellsberg and the release of the Pentagon Papers. In the current context of …

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Published on June 14, 2011 - 21:13 GMT

IRRT announces recipients of the 2011 ALA Presidential Citations for Innovative International Library Projects

CHICAGO - The International Relations Round Table ( IRRT ) announced four recipients of the ALA Presidential Citations for Innovative International Library Projects for 2011. These awards recognize the following exemplary services: The RISE …

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Published on June 14, 2011 - 21:11 GMT

Streaming live @ your library®

CHICAGO – When residents of Groton, Conn., want to know what’s happening at their library, all they have to do is tune in to find out. Since 2002, the Groton Public Library has used the @ your library® brand as the title for its monthly library talk …

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Published on June 14, 2011 - 21:11 GMT

Attend the PLA Mega Issue Discussion at Annual and enter to win a free PLA 2012 Conference registration

CHICAGO - From 9:30 a.m. - noon on Saturday, June 25 at the Westin Canal Place, Magnolia Ballroom, the Public Library Association ( PLA ) will host a dynamic Mega Issue Discussion on membership engagement and leadership. Come share your thoughts during …

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Published on June 14, 2011 - 20:13 GMT

Poundstone, Borowitz among the featured authors at ALTAFF’s “The Laugh’s On Us!”, sponsored by Playaway, at ALA Annual Conference

PHILADELPHIA - The Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations ( ALTAFF ), a division of the American Library Association ( ALA ), will host “The Laugh’s On Us!” featuring comedian, writer and ALTAFF national spokesperson Paula …

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Published on June 14, 2011 - 20:13 GMT

Three Friends groups win ALTAFF’s Baker & Taylor Awards

PHILADELPHIA - Three Friends of the Library groups will be recognized with Baker & Taylor Awards from the Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations ( ALTAFF ), a division of the American Library Association ( ALA ), during …

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Published on June 14, 2011 - 20:12 GMT

America Reads Spanish FREE PASSPORT TO LIBER 2011 Program

CHICAGO - America Reads Spanish, American Library Association and LIBER International Book Fair are partnering this year to provide support for American librarians to attend the 29th edition of the Spanish International Book Fair ( LIBER ) in Madrid from …

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Published on June 14, 2011 - 20:11 GMT

“Obligation to Endure” screening highlights librarians’ role in saving EPA libraries

CHICAGO — The Social Responsibilities Round Table ( SRRT ) of the American Library Association will present a screening of the documentary short “Obligation to Endure” from 11 - 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 26, 2011 in the Morial Convention Center, …

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Published on June 14, 2011 - 19:11 GMT

By popular demand, ALA Editions offering new session of Young Adult Readers' Advisory eCourse

CHICAGO - By popular demand, ALA Editions is offering a new session of its facilitated eCourse on Young Adult Readers’ Advisory Services. Jessica Moyer, an experienced online instructor and a doctoral candidate researching teen reading habits, will serve …

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Published on June 14, 2011 - 18:11 GMT

Registration still open for preconferences dedicated to public library professionals at ALA Annual

CHICAGO - On Friday, June 24, at the 2011 ALA Annual Conference , the Public Library Association ( PLA ) will present three unique preconferences dedicated to public library professionals. Registration is available in advance or onsite at ALA Annual. The …

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Published on June 14, 2011 - 18:10 GMT

Meredith Farkas shows how to implement innovative mobile services in new workshop

CHICAGO - The use of smartphones has exploded in the past year—nearly half of the U.S. Population currently accesses the Internet through a phone or other mobile device, and that number is rising sharply. The time to begin and build is now. In a new, two …

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Published on June 14, 2011 - 17:14 GMT

Friends of the New Orleans Public Library and ALTAFF to dedicate a Literary Landmark honoring Frances Parkinson Keyes during ALA ...

PHILADELPHIA - The Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations ( ALTAFF ), a division of the American Library Association ( ALA ), along with the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library, will dedicate the Beauregard-Keyes House, …

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Published on June 14, 2011 - 17:12 GMT

S.J. Watson among the featured authors at ALTAFF’s "Mystery and Horror @ your library" event at ALA Annual Conference

PHILADELPHIA - The Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations ( ALTAFF ), a division of the American Library Association ( ALA ), will host “Mystery and Horror @ your library” from 10:30 a.m. to noon CDT on Sunday, June 26 at the …

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Published on June 14, 2011 - 16:11 GMT

Nation’s top school libraries shatter traditional stereotypes

AASL to Showcase Tech-Friendly Libraries at New Orleans Conference, June 27 CHICAGO – The American Association of School Librarians ( AASL ), a division of the American Library Association ( ALA ), will present three of the nation’s leading school …

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